At a glance
Average net price
$27,891
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
61.6%
Admission rate
98%
Undergrad size
2,272
In-state tuition
$36,350
Out-of-state tuition
$36,350
Cost of attendance
$52,206
Median earnings (10y)
$53,175
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,252
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 83.2%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (29%), social sciences (20%), business (18%).
- STEM18%
- Health7%
- Business18%
- Humanities & arts29%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services7%
- Business18.3%~416 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education8.4%~191 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology8.2%~187 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering7.4%~167 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~167 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~148 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences6.1%~139 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology5.5%~124 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~124 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~120 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.0%~91 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.4%~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.3%~53 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture2.3%~53 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.1%~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.7%~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.1%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.6%~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
39 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 99 | $30,946 | $23,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | $26,959 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 74 | — | $26,798 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 73 | $32,842 | $23,377 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 68 | $44,447 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 62 | — | $22,223 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 51 | $29,647 | $25,443 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $25,701 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | $20,500 |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | $27,000 |
| Religious Education. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | $24,625 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Architecture. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Benedictine College
Benedictine College is a mid-sized institution located in Atchison, Kansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,272 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Education, Theology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Benedictine College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $27,891 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $36,350 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $52,206 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 61.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 83.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,175 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Benedictine College confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Education, Theology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (29% of credentials), social sciences (20% of credentials), stem (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Benedictine College accepts 98% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,252. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Atchison, Kansas (town), Benedictine College draws students from across Kansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Benedictine College
Q.How much does Benedictine College cost?
The average net price at Benedictine College is $27,891 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $52,206.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Benedictine College?
Benedictine College has a 6-year graduation rate of 61.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Benedictine College?
Benedictine College admits 98% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Benedictine College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Benedictine College graduate earns $53,175 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Benedictine College?
Published tuition is $36,350 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Benedictine College located?
Benedictine College is located in Atchison, Kansas (ZIP 66002).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Benedictine College at their official website.